--- title: 'Solutions Architect 799 at Freedom Technology Solutions Group' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/solutions-architect-799-freedom-technology-solutions-group-st-louis-n981s96c1vcp' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-27' --- # Solutions Architect 799 at Freedom Technology Solutions Group - **Company:** Freedom Technology Solutions Group - **Location:** St Louis, MO - **Posted:** 2026-10-21 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-27 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/freedomconsulting/jobs/5270921007 ## Job description Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a Solutions Architect to support our client’s intelligence analysis products and capabilities. Serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), the Solutions Architect provides technical and strategic leadership across major geospatial, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and Supply Chain Risk Illuminations.  This position involves providing technical solutions to enhance existing and emerging client capabilities, including design and development, modernization of existing applications and services, and operations and sustainment. The role focuses on driving the client’s adaptation of higher levels of automation and operational efficiency through agile development methodologies, rapid prototyping, and modern technology stacks. The SME Solution Architect provides technical and management leadership for major geospatial technology initiatives. Serves as a domain expert, directs client-facing activities, and has overall responsibility for strategy, execution, and outcomes. Responsibilities: - Define enterprise-level architecture strategies and modernization roadmaps. - Provide technical leadership on geospatial platform development and integration. - Establish program-wide DevSecOps standards, practices, and governance. - Interface with senior client leadership, negotiate requirements, and drive technical consensus. - Provide input for staffing, budget, and resource allocation. - Ensure alignment of technology execution with client mission objectives. - Serve as a thought leader in backend, cloud, and geospatial communities. - Lead the architectural design of advanced Supply Chain Risk Models, integrating disparate commercial, public, and open-source intelligence (OSINT) data streams. Key Technologies: - Linux - Java, JavaScript, Python - Containerization (Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes, ...) - AWS Services - GitLab - Apache Spark, Glue, and other ETL processes/procedures - Data Types: Structured and Unstructured, Parquet, JSON, XML, etc. Required Qualifications: - Active TS/SCI security clearance (eligible for CI Poly). - 14+ years of system engineering or software development and leadership experience. - Recognized expert in Java, JavaScript, Python, and modern cloud-native development. - Extensive background in DevSecOps frameworks, Agile/SAFe leadership, and enterprise CI/CD. - Proven track record in geospatial system design, integration, and innovation. - Experience managing large-scale technology programs, including budget and staffing. - Strong client engagement and negotiation skills with senior stakeholders. - Using GitLab for code source repository and using GitLab CI/CD - Recognized expert in system architecture and design Desired Qualifications: - Experience working independently with clients or stakeholders to develop requirements for full-service consumer and business applications - Experience with economic datasets and risk management - Experience with government and/or commercial imagery products, including SAR or related RADAR imaging technologies - Developing geospatial information systems (GIS) and working with open-source and proprietary geospatial formats - Using and developing common geospatial tools, data, and operating platforms such as: - Tools: Boundless Spatial suite, Remote View, PostGRES/PostGIS, Oracle Spatial, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Server, Image Server, File Geodatabases - Data Formats: KML, KMZ, NITF, TIFF, JPEG, GeoPDF, and similar geo-related formats and data structures - Abstracting new or legacy systems via standards-based APIs, including Open Geospatial Consortium Standards - Developing terrain analysis visualization and algorithms - Developing automated detection algorithms - Experience with Argo Workflows What’s in It for You? Flexible work environment A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits A work-life balance you can count on Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime The Benefits You Get with Freedom Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days Competitive salary offerings Paid training and tuition reimbursement Referral bonuses Fully paid life and disability Annual logo wear allowance Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours) Interested in learning more about Freedom and our culture?  Contact us today!  We’re constantly hosting hiring events in our office and elsewhere, to help you get a sense of what life is like at Freedom before joining the team. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or veteran status [Applicant Federal & E-Verify Postings](https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=68AE0E8B-8F89-4338-AECF-06FBE1679FD2&ProductType=OnlineApplicant) VEVRAA Federal Contractor Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Phone: 410-290-9035 Email: recruiting@goftsg.com Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. 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[goftsg.com](https://goftsg.com/about-freedom/) ## Products & Services Freedom offers a suite of professional services rather than packaged products. Major service lines include: - **Geographic Information Systems (GIS)**: Development of large raster enterprise systems and geospatial solutions. - **Software Engineering**: Secure, scalable application development tailored for the intelligence community. - **Business Intelligence**: Data visualization, dashboard development, ad-hoc reporting, and advanced analytics. - **Data Engineering/Analytics**: Relational/SQL and big data/NoSQL database design and maintenance. - **DevSecOps**: Implementation to accelerate software releases by removing bottlenecks. - **Cloud Computing**: IT infrastructure support, cloud migration, and scalable cloud solutions. - **Data Security**: Safeguarding critical information and systems from internal and external threats. [goftsg.com](https://goftsg.com/) ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric – Annual Revenue**: USD $8.5 million (LinkedIn estimate) - **Key Metric – Total Funding**: Venture round raised on 2021-10-01 (amount not publicly disclosed) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Acquired Geodata IT, LLC in March 2020. Clients include U.S. government agencies and prime contractors. - **Growth Signals**: - Headcount: 116 employees (+14.2% YoY, +21 people) - Active job postings: 80 (yearly increase of +37.9%, quarterly increase of +33.3%) - Offices in Columbia (HQ), Annapolis Junction, Chantilly, Springfield, St. Louis, McLean, Herndon - Key talent sources include Marathon TS, Lockheed Martin, SAIC, Peraton, Leidos, and others. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/goftsg) ## Competitive Advantages - **Security Clearance Expertise**: Strong focus on TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph positions – a high barrier to entry for competitors. - **Deep Government/IC Relationships**: Proven track record delivering mission-critical solutions for intelligence and defense clients. - **Culture of Autonomy**: “No red tape” environment that attracts experienced engineers who want to focus on technical work. - **Employee Benefits Package**: Fully paid medical insurance, 160% 401(k) match with no vesting period, $10k/year tuition reimbursement, unlimited training dollars, and referral bonuses up to $20k. - **Acquisition of Geodata IT**: Expanded capabilities and client base in geospatial and IT services. [goftsg.com/benefits](https://goftsg.com/benefits/) ## Strategic Focus - Continue serving the intelligence community and U.S. government with specialized IT and geospatial solutions. - Expand capabilities in cloud computing, DevSecOps, and data analytics. - Grow through targeted acquisitions (e.g., Geodata IT) and organic hiring. - Maintain a culture that retains top talent through exceptional benefits and career development opportunities. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Rated 4.5/5 on Glassdoor-style metrics (Work-Life: 4.6, Compensation: 4.5, Culture: 4.5, Career: 4.0). Emphasizes employee freedom, collaboration, and professional growth. - **Work Policy**: Most roles are on-site at client locations in Maryland, Virginia, and Missouri (e.g., Annapolis Junction, Chantilly, St. Louis). Some positions may allow hybrid arrangements; remote is not typical due to security requirements. - **Benefits Highlights**: - Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (Cigna) - 401(k) with 160% match, no vesting period - $10,000/year college tuition reimbursement - Unlimited training dollars for courses and conferences - Certification bonuses - Referral bonuses up to $20,000 for employee referrals, $10,000 for external referrals with active TS/SCI - Employee recognition platform with monthly peer-to-peer awards - Paid site closure days (additional PTO) - **Engineering Culture**: Technical teams focus on “using the right technology to create flexible, long-lasting solutions.” Knowledge sharing between junior and senior engineers is encouraged. ## Sources 1. [goftsg.com – Homepage](https://goftsg.com/) 2. [goftsg.com – About Freedom](https://goftsg.com/about-freedom/) 3. [Greenhouse – Jobs at Freedom Technology Solutions Group](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/freedomconsulting) 4. [LinkedIn – Freedom Technology Solutions Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/goftsg) 5. 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